Volunteers

Volunteer Tutors provide extra help to students in subjects they have been struggling with. Working under the supervision of “KYDS” staff, volunteer tutors provide valuable support and individual assistance which helps children succeed academically.

College students with previous tutoring experience and retired teachers are especially valued as volunteers in this capacity. We ask “KYDS” Volunteer Tutors to commit to tutoring a minimum of 2 hours each week for at least 8 weeks.

Volunteer Coaches provide motivation, fitness and sports instruction, and assist with supervision. We ask “KYDS” Volunteer Coaches to commit to a minimum of 2 hours each week for at least 8 weeks.

Volunteer Enrichment Instructors share their expertise by leading specialized activities and programs for students, generally, once per week. We ask “KYDS” Volunteer Enrichment Instructors to commit to a minimum of 90 minutes each week for at least 4 weeks.

Volunteer Program Presenters generally provide a “one time” or once per school year, 45 to 60 min. presentation. In some instances, due to the limited interaction with students, background and health checks may be waived with approval from “KYDS” Director . If checks are waived, Volunteer Program Presenters are escorted onto and off of school campuses by “KYDS” Site Managers.

Teen Service Learning Volunteer opportunities are often available at many “KYDS” elementary school after school programs and occasionally at our administrative offices in Van Nuys. Parent permission is required along with the completed volunteer application. A valid High School Student ID card will exempt students age 17 and under from the criminal background check and TB test requirements.